Meet the Maker-in-Residence at Sulzer, Emma AKA StitchGawd
The Spring 2026 Maker-in-Residence , Emma McKee, AKA the “StitchGawd” is a Chicago-based cross-stitcher and fiber artist whose work uses traditional heritage methods to focus and highlight contemporary cultural commentary, the visual zeitgeist and social history.
She is known for her one of a kind stitched pieces for athletes and artists including Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Chief Keef, Saba, Smino, Candace Parker, Zach Lavine, Allen Iverson, and Brittney Griner.
Stop by Sulzer's 2nd floor Maker Space to meet Emma and learn how cross-stitch can be used to create incredible art and fashion.
Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.
The Maker-in-Residence program is funded by Exelon, Peoples Gas, and other generous donors to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
Photo provided by Emma, Maker-in-Residence
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She is known for her one of a kind stitched pieces for athletes and artists including Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Chief Keef, Saba, Smino, Candace Parker, Zach Lavine, Allen Iverson, and Brittney Griner.
Stop by Sulzer's 2nd floor Maker Space to meet Emma and learn how cross-stitch can be used to create incredible art and fashion.
Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.
The Maker-in-Residence program is funded by Exelon, Peoples Gas, and other generous donors to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
Photo provided by Emma, Maker-in-Residence
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